The maximum number of commanders is now based on the number of bases plus Computer Technology level.
This provides more commander slots and greater strategic flexibility.
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NPCs (United Colonies and Drekons) now also provide XP points.
The NPCs' pillage have been reduced.
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A new report is now available that lists astros in a galaxy, filterable by different parameters.
Available in Empire/Reports for upgraded players.

After base occupation ends, they recover 1 point of income every 8 hours instead of every 12 hours.
The minimum pillage for bases was slightly decreased in game version 3.0 and later.
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When a trade route is canceled, each trading partner receives a 50% refund. The route then enters a "Closing" status for 12h or 24h.
Pillaging a base gives 50% of the cost of any closing trade routes.
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Commanders' training time now matches their actual level in hours, up to a maximum of 8 hours, instead of a standard 8-hour period for all levels.